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Professional Box Elder “Boxelder” Bug Pest Control Kansas City MO
Boxelder bugs have distinguishable physical characteristics – black wings that are outlined in bright red. These insects are what scientists have deemed “overwintering pest.” Overwintering is a dormant state that allows insect species, including the box elder bug survive on nutrients from stored fats.
Why Is My Kansas City Home Under A Box Elder Bug Attack?
The box elder bug starts infiltrating homes in the late fall. Why? Well, it mainly has to do with preparation for overwintering. Boxelder bugs do not like spending the winter outdoors exposed to the elements, which is why they infiltrate homes. The adult is about 0.5 (½) inches in length. The diet consists of sap from seeds and cones from various tree species, such as the maple, cherry, box elder, and ash.
Do Box Elder Bugs Spread Disease?
Boxelder bugs do not transmit disease or parasites. These insects are not linked to foodborne illness because they do not feed following home infiltration. Small gaps, crevices, and holes are utilized to infiltrate homes.
How Can I Eradicate Box Elder Bugs In My Garage?
Boxelder bugs infiltrate homes through open doors and windows in the late fall when owners and tenants allow their homes to air out before the winter season kicks in. It is not unusual for these insects to crawl through gaps between the floor and bottom of the garage door. Once inside the garage, the box elder bug immediately initiates a search for a warm, dark, and damp hiding place in a discrete location.
Professional pest control is the best option when it comes to box elder bug extermination.
Should I Try DIY Pesticide Before Calling A Licensed Exterminator?
We cannot deny that do-it-yourself pest control is effective in eradicating box elder bugs. But, when it comes to full-blown infestations, professional pest management is the solution. We believe in our professional box elder bug control because it is effective and capable of eradicating full-blown infestations in as little as two treatments.
When Will The Exterminator Arrive To Perform My Box Elder Bug Inspection?
When the scheduled appointment rolls around, the exterminator will already be prepared. You can expect the exterminator to arrive at your home in Kansas City within 15 minutes of the appointment. Once the exterminator arrives, you can stand by to assist. The exterminator will inspect every inch of your home to determine where the box elder bugs are hiding and how many are present.
Does Industrial-Strength Pesticide Endanger The Health Of Humans And Animals?
Conventional pesticides do contain chemicals that pose health risks to humans and animals. However, manufacturers have joined forces with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to minimize these risks as much as possible. EPA requires all manufacturers operating in and exporting pesticides to the United States to submit a list of ingredients as part of an approval process. The EPA approval allows these manufacturers to sell their products to American consumers.
How Can I Prevent Box Elder Bugs From Infiltrating My Home Again Next Fall?
We suggest contacting our Kansas City office to speak with one of our box elder bug experts. This professional will set down with you to devise a prevention plan that will offer 100 percent effectiveness. In the meantime, we suggest sealing all gaps and cracks utilized by box elder bugs to infiltrate your home. Utilize a waterproof silicone to fill in all access points.
It is crucial, every member of the home being involved in the prevention process. Do not leave doors or windows open beginning in the late fall. Doing so will only invite the insects into your home without actually meaning to.
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